Music - Nov. 3, 2009
Semi-Twang turns back the clock at Shank
When the talk turns to great Milwaukee bands, most people would agree that the Violent Femmes are the biggest thing ever to come out of this city. But close on their heels are the BoDeans, who are still together, and Semi-Twang, a band that had a big recording contract, incredible critical acclaim and a life that was far too short.
Tags: Semi-Twang, John Sieger, Mike Hoffmann, Bob Jennings, R&B Cadets, Jason Klagstad, Mike Sieger, Paul Cebar, Robin Pluer, E*I*E*I*O, Mitchell Froom

Music - June 15, 2009
Prolific Sieger launches two-CD musical attack
John Sieger needs no introduction to Milwaukee music fans; he's been a veteran of the scene here for decades, fronting bands like Semi Twang, The R&B Cadets and, currently, The Subcontinentals. If you didn't know his varied talents before, you've got no excuse now. In the space of a couple weeks, Sieger has launched CDs by his band and as a soloist.
Tags: John Sieger, Subcontinentals, Kelli Gonzalez, R&B Cadets, Semi Twang, Mike Sieger

Music - April 22, 2008
Milwaukee Talks: John Sieger, 2008
Local boy John Sieger is one of our musical treasures. One of few musicians from Milwaukee who has made a lasting mark beyond our borders and earns the respect of his peers. We catch up with him about his new CD and more.
Tags: John Sieger, R&B Cadets, Semi-Twang, Michael Feldman, Phil Lee, Rosie Flores, Nashville, El Supremo, Subcontinentals, The Shaming of the True

Music - Dec. 25, 2007
Learn songwriting from Sieger
If you want to learn to do something or to improve your skills, you go to a pro, right? So, budding or wannabe songwriters, check out John Sieger's songwriting clinic at Cream City Music, which begins Thursday, Jan. 10.
Tags: John Sieger, Semi-Twang, El Supremo, R&B Cadets, Nashville, Fulks, Cream City Music

Music - Dec. 20, 2006
A rockin' Christmas reunion
Nothing gets the holiday spirit flowing like a night of good music, and Dave Begel will find one at Shank Hall during the R&B Cadets reunion show.
Tags: r&B cadets, cebar, pluer, begel